I love the 4th of July! Yes, we celebrate our Independence on that day, but more than being a national holiday it is a day that family and friends celebrate getting together. Since the holiday is in July, it’s the perfect time for cookouts and outdoor gatherings. I love the food and themes that go […] Read more…
Easy Make Ahead Chicken & Cheese Mexican Taquitos
Recently I have realized that while we love taco night, sometimes the effort to plate everyone’s tacos and sides can take the fun right out of taco night. Lately I have been making a concerted effort to make double batches of everything I make so I can freeze it or use the items in another […] Read more…
Make Tonight Special – Anytime Indoor Smores
Smores are a favorite in my house. My kids would eat smores morning, noon and night if I let them. And really, can you think up a better combination than chocolate, marshmallow and graham crackers? I can’t. Here’s a great idea for making your own Smores bar that you can actually use all year round […] Read more…
5 Minute Ice Cream Recipe
Ice Cream in a Bag Recipe I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! How true is this. There is absolutely no one in our extended family who does not love ice cream, Whether it’s in a bowl, in a cone or on a spoon, we will always say”yes, please” to ice cream. […] Read more…
When in Doubt Choose the Kids
If we are not careful work, commitments, volunteering, and obligations will fill our schedules and leave no time for us to spend quality time with our kids or to have fun with them. Make room in your day and week for your kids and loved ones. If you need to put it on your […] Read more…